Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) is hiring a Podcast Producer in Atlanta, Georgia. The role involves writing, producing, and editing podcasts, managing production schedules, coordinating logistics, and collaborating with marketing and digital teams to promote content. The producer will report to the Director of Podcasts and work within GPB’s editorial standards and review process.
Job ID:
11488 |
Location:
Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
Employment Type:
Full time |
Salary:
60000-70000 USD per year |
Posted:
01.30.2026
Responsibilities
Write, produce, and edit podcasts for GPB
Develop episode concepts, scripts, interview structures, and narrative approaches
Independently manage production schedules, workflows, and deadlines for multiple podcast projects
Coordinate interview scheduling, studio sessions, field recordings, and related logistics
Lead editorial development, shaping themes, formats, and style
Provide editorial guidance to hosts and contributors to support strong storytelling and on‑air performance
Prepare background materials, research briefs, and pre‑interview documentation
Lead or oversee recording sessions to ensure professional broadcast‑quality audio
Edit or supervise editing of podcast episodes using Adobe Audition or similar tools
Create sound design elements including music selection, scoring, and ambient audio
Maintain consistent technical and editorial quality across episodes and series
Manage editorial review and approval processes for final episodes
Write or oversee episode titles, descriptions, and metadata within GPB’s CMS and distribution platforms
Ensure podcasts appear on GPB’s website and distribution platforms
Collaborate with marketing and digital teams on promotional planning and audience engagement strategies
Review audience feedback and performance metrics to inform editorial and production decisions
Provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to associate producers, production assistants, interns, and freelancers
Contribute to team planning, workflow improvements, and editorial discussions
Maintain accurate production documentation, including schedules, research materials, rights records, and logs
Ensure compliance with editorial standards, copyright requirements, and music licensing policies
Participate in long‑term planning, special initiatives, and cross‑departmental projects
Perform additional duties as assigned or required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Broadcast Journalism, Mass Media, Radio or TV Production, or related field (or equivalent education, training, and experience)
At least 3 years of professional experience producing podcasts or audio programming, preferably in public media or a comparable editorial environment
Experience with Adobe Audition or comparable professional audio editing software and advanced audio production and editing skills
Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Strong editorial judgment and experience producing content for clearly defined audiences
Knowledge of and ability to work across genres, including news, sports, arts, and culture
Supervisory or mentoring experience preferred
Benefits
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Retirement plans
Pre‑tax benefits for health, dental, vision, life, specified illness, and accidental insurance
Health and childcare spending accounts
Disability insurance
Opportunities for training and professional development
To Apply Upload resume, cover letter, list of three references, and applicant form on the GPB Job Center located at
www.gpb.org/jobs . Only applications submitted through the GPB Job Center with a complete application, resume, and cover letter will be accepted.
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Job ID:
11488 |
Location:
Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
Employment Type:
Full time |
Salary:
60000-70000 USD per year |
Posted:
01.30.2026
Responsibilities
Write, produce, and edit podcasts for GPB
Develop episode concepts, scripts, interview structures, and narrative approaches
Independently manage production schedules, workflows, and deadlines for multiple podcast projects
Coordinate interview scheduling, studio sessions, field recordings, and related logistics
Lead editorial development, shaping themes, formats, and style
Provide editorial guidance to hosts and contributors to support strong storytelling and on‑air performance
Prepare background materials, research briefs, and pre‑interview documentation
Lead or oversee recording sessions to ensure professional broadcast‑quality audio
Edit or supervise editing of podcast episodes using Adobe Audition or similar tools
Create sound design elements including music selection, scoring, and ambient audio
Maintain consistent technical and editorial quality across episodes and series
Manage editorial review and approval processes for final episodes
Write or oversee episode titles, descriptions, and metadata within GPB’s CMS and distribution platforms
Ensure podcasts appear on GPB’s website and distribution platforms
Collaborate with marketing and digital teams on promotional planning and audience engagement strategies
Review audience feedback and performance metrics to inform editorial and production decisions
Provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to associate producers, production assistants, interns, and freelancers
Contribute to team planning, workflow improvements, and editorial discussions
Maintain accurate production documentation, including schedules, research materials, rights records, and logs
Ensure compliance with editorial standards, copyright requirements, and music licensing policies
Participate in long‑term planning, special initiatives, and cross‑departmental projects
Perform additional duties as assigned or required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Broadcast Journalism, Mass Media, Radio or TV Production, or related field (or equivalent education, training, and experience)
At least 3 years of professional experience producing podcasts or audio programming, preferably in public media or a comparable editorial environment
Experience with Adobe Audition or comparable professional audio editing software and advanced audio production and editing skills
Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Strong editorial judgment and experience producing content for clearly defined audiences
Knowledge of and ability to work across genres, including news, sports, arts, and culture
Supervisory or mentoring experience preferred
Benefits
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Retirement plans
Pre‑tax benefits for health, dental, vision, life, specified illness, and accidental insurance
Health and childcare spending accounts
Disability insurance
Opportunities for training and professional development
To Apply Upload resume, cover letter, list of three references, and applicant form on the GPB Job Center located at
www.gpb.org/jobs . Only applications submitted through the GPB Job Center with a complete application, resume, and cover letter will be accepted.
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